It is suggested the earliest ice skating started in Finland more than 3,000 years ago. Popularity increased and recreational skating took hold by the 15th Century.
When local waters froze, adults and children would strap on skates and enjoy themselves. It was a time to socialize with neighbors and friends. This watercolor shows folks of Derby doing just that more than 120 years ago above the Housatonic Dam.
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